This decent size walk will take us to the slopes of Buckholm Hill. After a visit to the haunted 16th century Buckholm Tower we will then make our way to the 17th century Torwoodlee Tower. Along the walk we will learn tales of ancient Border rivalry.

THIS IS A STRENUOS WALK WITH CLIMBS, BOGGY UNDERFOOT AND REMOTE OPEN AREAS. YOU SHOULD BE FULLY EQUIPED WITH SUITABLE WALKING GEAR/FOOD/WATER/HOT DRINK AND HAVE A GOOD LEVEL OF FITNESS.

Distance - 6 miles, approx time - 5 hours, ascent 213 metres, grading - MODERATE TO STRENUOUS

Start and end of walk - Outside Focus Community Centre, Livingstone Pl, Galashiels TD1 1DQ - THE FOCUS CENTRE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED SO THERE ARE NO PUBLIC TOILETS